وداد

Wadad

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Wadad is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Love, affection, friendship”.

MeaningLove, affection, friendship
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Written asوداد
Pronunciationwah-DAHD
TraditionMuslim
Used inLebanon, Syria, Egypt, Morocco

Meaning and origin of Wadad

Wadad, also said as Widad, is an Arabic word for tender love and affection. It comes from the root w-d-d, to love. Families in Lebanon, Syria and Egypt have given it to daughters for a long time. The same word travelled to Bosnia and Turkey, where it turned into the boys' names Vedad and Vedat. In its Arabic form, though, it remains a name for girls.

Is Wadad a Muslim name?

Wadad means love, and Muslim families value it for that tender meaning.

How popular is Wadad?

It is common in Lebanon, Syria, Egypt and Morocco.

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Spellings and variants of Wadad

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Wadad mean?

Wadad means 'Love, affection, friendship'. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Wadad a Muslim name?

Wadad means love, and Muslim families value it for that tender meaning.

How do you pronounce Wadad?

Wadad is pronounced wah-DAHD.

Is Wadad a boy or girl name?

Wadad is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.